Anyone know if concealers can block hair growth?

[jane123]

When I apply Toppik fibers on my scalp, it usually just conceals the thinning areas with a light layer. However, near my part at the front of my head, the Toppik always clumps up directly on the scalp. At first it didn't bother me because it covers up the thinning area, but now I'm worried that hair can't grow through the fibers. In other words, at the area just adjacent to the part, there's usually a build-up of fibers (not that noticeable if you look at it, but I can definitely feel a bump of toppik when I touch that spot)- will this inhibit hair growth? I read that hair growth is controlled from inside, not above, but how can the hair grow up if there are these clumped up fibers on top? Thanks.

[TakingThePlunge]

There is no reason why Toppik or similar fiber type hair loss concealers would cause hair loss.

[Dr Blake Bloxham]

Jane,

 

I agree with Dave; I see no reason why the Toppik build up would inhibit hair growth. These topical fibers are usually harmless and can be very effective in adding the illusion of density to hair.

[TheHairDude]

I think we tend to connect this to hair loss, but it's just because you're losing more hair. I felt that way when I started Toppik as well.